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Angela da Foligno

Italian mystic
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Angela of Foligno was an Italian mystic and writer who lived in the 13th and 14th centuries. She is known for her intense spiritual experiences and her book, The Book of Divine Dust, which details her mystical journey and her direct encounters with God. Her writings are considered a significant contribution to Christian mysticism, emphasizing a profound love and union with the divine. Angela's mystical path involved deep contemplation and a transformation of her understanding of faith and existence.1

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  1. mysticism
  2. St. Angela Merici
  3. history of Europe - Christian mystics

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